Cape Horn, Chile

Cruise Port

Cape Horn

Headland of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago in Chile.

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Overview

Cape Horn is a cruise port in Chile. It lies on the coast at approximately -55.98, -67.289.

About Cape Horn

Cape Horn is the southernmost headland of the Tierra del Fuego archipelago of southern Chile, and is located on the small Hornos Island. Although not the most southerly point of South America, Cape Horn marks both the northern boundary of the Drake Passage and where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Cape Horn — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Cape Horn

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Cabo de Hornos
Cabo de Hornos
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Unidentified tall ship near Cape Horn - Nla.pic-vn3299637-v
Unidentified tall ship near Cape Horn - Nla.pic-vn3299637-v

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 10°C in Feb and coolest around 5°C in Jul (average daytime highs).

Jan
9°
7°
Feb
10°
7°
Mar
9°
6°
Apr
8°
5°
May
7°
5°
Jun
6°
4°
Jul
5°
3°
Aug
5°
3°
Sep
6°
4°
Oct
7°
4°
Nov
8°
5°
Dec
8°
6°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Cape Horn the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Cape Horn, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →